25 things that cool people wore in the 1980s

A decade so brilliant that you needed rays.


There was nothing like the subtlety in the1980s-If you wanted to be cool, that is to say. The colors of light declaration (and brilliant, we mean neon), the acid washing jeans, cutes that the jackets and the watches of the samples were the definition of totally tubular - to light a room, you must literally light a play. And although we certainly did not want these 80sfashion trends return, it's always fun oflook back, creak and say: "Gag me with the spoonful. "So put yourself on your finger-free lace gloves and straighten these pads because it's time to relive the trends of the 80's fashion that have been fresh.

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Acid washing jeans

Acid wash jeans cool '80s fashion
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Acid washing denimDominated cupboards and clothing stores in the 1980s. It has been accidentally created by the company of Jeans de la Carrefle of Italy when they have dropped by jeans and stone stones Ponce with bleach in a water-free washing machine. And the best part was that it was possible to create this trend of fashion from the 80s, which was particularly popular with punks, yourself. All you had to do was splashing the bleach on your high waist jeans or a large denim jacket, and suddenly, your discussions looked like the tedious clothes sold in Bloomingdales.

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Jam shorts

jams shorts'80s fashion

Jam shorts, with their light models and often inspired by Hawaiians, have perfectly demonstrated the fortstyle From the 80s. The jams were another staple of skater cultivation, with men and women sports, even if they were not anywhere near a beach. And if you want to buy someone from Jams asgift gag, you're lucky: they are one of30 gifts that prove the 1980s were the best.

3
Van

Studio Publicity Still from Fast Times at Ridgemont High Sean Penn © 1982 Universal All Rights Reserved File Reference # 31710200THA For Editorial Use Only '80s fashion
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Most of the time thanks to the skater Jeff Spicoli (Sean Penn) inQuick weather at Ridgemont HighThe checkered truck sneakers were everywhere in the 1980s. Nothing seemed quite embeding the spirit of California cool like vans and still do this day.

4
Croquises

Croakies sunglass holders 1980s fashion
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Today, the Croaves would probably be considereddemoded. But in the 1980s, everyone has worn these sunglasses straps. In fact, you can always buy the Croakies 40th-Anniversary collection today (like the pair above) toCroakies.com. We must admit that it is a great way to make sure you do not lose your travelers.

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Epaulets

prvi maj pirot models wearing structured shoulder padded jackets, 1980s fashion
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There was no better way to look professional in the 1980s with a blazer with massive epaulets. Really, bigger was better when it came to this trend of fashion from the 80s, that Andie Walsh (Molly Ringwaldincarnate inPretty in pink.If it looked like your boyfriend or your husband lent him, you knew you found the perfect blazer.

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Only members of the jackets

Joe Keery and Gaten Matarazzo in Stranger Things (2016) members only jacket cool '80s fashion
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Even if you did not grow up in the 1980s, you probably know the only jacket, thanks to thestamp netflix seriesStrange things. They were a trend of fashion from the 80s of the 80s and were famous for their advertising campaigns, some of which were odd PSAs and others who presented celebrities likeDavid Hasselhoff.

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Chunky jewelry

Mr. T Wears blue and white star bandana and gold chains with gold hoops, an icon of 80s fashion
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Just like everything else, accessories are only larger and more daring in the 1980s. Golden chains have become extremely popular during this time, thanks toMr. TWear a chest of chains on the typing showThe A team.Early enough, many rappers, like members ofThe Sugar gang, adopted the style.

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Top Sperry Siders

College couple on campus from the 1980's
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Although Sperrys launched for the first time in the 1930s, they did not have their moment before the 1980s, when the Look Preppy resumes thetracks And after the street style too. When he arrived at the trends of the Fashion of the 80s, the style of the League of Ivy decided, and therefore Top-Showers Sperry were the only shoes acceptable to accompany your Khakis and theShetland Sweater Attached around your neck.

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leggings

jane fonda leotard cool 1980s styles
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With the rise of aerobic craze, Leggings became a fashion clip in the 1980s. AsJane FondaDemonstrate perfectly here, they were often carried under a large leotard (ideally neon, of course).

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Neon

the 1987 cover of vogue with neon covers, 1980s fashion
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If you were not covered with neon in the 1980s, so what exactlywere you wear? In the 80s, you could see someone coming from a mile. (At least the night cyclist was not a problem!) With his neon leg heating and his shoulder sweaters, this decade shone brilliant than the rest.

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Animal imprint

Suzanne Somers in animal print top entertains the crew aboard the aircraft carrier, 1980s fashion

Wikimedia Commons / National Archives and Archives Administration

Could you even consider yourself as a trend if you were not petches in animal impressions in the 80s? The cheetah, the giraffe and even the zebra print clothes were pretty much as common during the era of Reagan as "just say no" memory of memories.

But this wild style (worn bySuzanne SomersHere) was not for single women. Animal printing was popular inmen's clothes, too much; Even members ofRaw motleyentered the trend.

12
Ray-Ban Wayfarers

Drew Barrymore and Corey Feldman at the 61st Academy Awards, corey wearing ray ban wayfarers, 1980s fashion
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If you have lived through the 80s or are aAficionado movie, you can probably still imagineTom Cruise separating into his ray-ban travelersRisky case. From the moment the film was published in 1983, anyone who aspired to reach the cruise cruise level - includingCorey Feldman Here-had to have a pair.

13
Ball shoes

Bally sneakers retro style product shot
Bally.com

The 1980s saw the birth of hip-hop culture and, with it, came a style that would define a generation. Bally sneakers, what reminder of the 80s asRakim andRick Slickwere particular fans, were considered the ultimate status symbol over the decade. (The shoes stuck so many nostalgias from the 80s that you can always buy them now, for $ 425 onBally.com)

14
Lace accessories

Madonna in Lace
© 1985 Orion

Lace was everywhere in the 1980s - mainly thanks toMadonna Influence on stage, in its musical videos and in 1985Desperately seeking Susan(photo here). Gloves and headbands in high and leggings, everything could be - and was made of lace in the 1980s.

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Swatch watches

Swatch watches cool 1980s style
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Founded by Swiss WatchMakerNicolas Hayek In 1983, the Swatch watches were one of the greatest trends in the Fashion of the 80s. During the decade, the brightly colored watches adorned the cuffs of cool children everywhere. And as they were also quite affordable - watches sold about $ 50 each - it became fashionable to wear more than one arm. In fact, the more you get you, the better you are harming.

16
Mickey Mouse Clothes

1980s baby wearing mickey mouse clothing, 1980s fashion
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In the 1980s, Disney was more than just a popular theme park - it was also a brand style. AfterJohn LennonProudly worn a Mickey Mouse ring t-shirt in the previous decade, it was not long before Disney shirts and vintage-inspired sweatshirts were everywhere.

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Kangol hats

LL Cool J in I Need Love music video wears white Kangol bucket hat, a popular 80s fashion trend
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AllCOOL '80S KID knew there was a single piece of acceptable head cover: Kangol's hat. Whether you are for a beret or bucket hat, the English brand, with its distinctive Kangaroo logo, took the storm states in the 80s. Soon enough, Kangol has become a trademark of hip-hop style, as you can see fromLl cool j1987 "I need love" musical video.

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High waist jeans

Freddie Mercury on stage and triumphant at Live Aid concert in July 1985
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The elegant set of the 1980s rebelled againPants at low height of the 70s With great super size instead. As modeled byFreddie MercuryHere they were functional, comfortable and seemed very well associated with a tee "choose life".

In addition, thanks to these bigehes rear pockets, high waist jeans could hold a mobile phone from the size of a brick, which is about how many they were at the time.

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Branch

anthony andrews in his garden in wimbledon england wearing a red tracksuit, 1980s fashion
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In the 1980s, Tracksuits transcended a workout wear and become a daily basic food for the most cool children of the block, including thanks toBeast animalsAnd the cool J. The slopes of the 80s, like those manufactured by Adidas, came in a wide assortment of colors, patterns and tissues. If you wanted a neon nylon game, the surf style had covered you. But if you wanted a sweet velvet version, the Fila was probably your go-to.

20
Coca-Cola clothes

1980s USA Coca-Cola Promotional
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If there is one thing, the Americans' love is Coca-Cola. And in the 1980s, we did not just like to drink coke - we love it too. The brand Coca-Cola brand was a huge trend of fashion from the 80s and the most emblematic article was the rugby shirt. DesignateTommy Hilfiger Created these relics, which include the famous cursive letters of Coca-Cola and a bright red hue.

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Ruffled shirts

President Reagan and Mrs. Reagan pose in the Blue Room for their official portrait, nancy wearing ruffled shirt, 1980s fashion
Wikimedia Commons / Ronald Reagan Presidential

If you werePrince,Liberace,WhereNancy ReaganStolen (or "inflated") the shirts were the appearance of the 1980s royalty. Of course, they were a little noisy and Gaud, but that's what the 1980s were all.

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Caz

two men in the back of the car, one wearing cazal glasses, 1980s fashion
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Oversized caz glasses were a paragon of the 80s. Created by Australian and visionary designerCari zalloni, these bold specifications were incredibly popular and had fans of celebrities likeDMC runandSPIKE LEE.

23
Minikirts

cool 1980s style miniskirt
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Unlike the minikirts A-Line ofThe 1960sThe skirt styles of the 80s were tighter, shorter, brighter and more likely to be covered with steep washed with acids.

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White pumps

white pumps from the 80s

If you were a bridesmaid in the 1980s, you probably also have a pair of white satin pumps. While other colors, especially neon shades, were popular in the 1980s, White was emblematic. "The white stiletto was formerly bold style, Brash and Sexy", a fashion writerThe Guardian Explain.

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Swollen vests

Back to the Future Michael J. Fox red vest cool 1980s style
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AfterBack to the future went out in 1985, each guy wanted a swelling vest so he could be more likeMichael J. Fox'sMarty McFly. And as you do not need to be at the beach to bring jams, it should not be cold to play sport of this winter look. And if you can not have enough 80 years, check these 20 photos only children who grew up in the 1980s will understand .

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